Distinctive Homes

We invite you to explore our featured properties across Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and the surrounding communities. From charming first homes to distinctive custom residences, each property offers something unique, and we're excited to share the features that make these homes special.

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$459,000
3 Beds 2 Baths
Nestled within a small, private, gated community in the hills of Rio Rancho, this custom home offers a lifestyle of peace, privacy, and panoramic beauty. This is not just a house; it is a front-row seat to New Mexico's most iconic events and landscapes.Balloon Fiesta: Wake up to hundreds of hot air balloons drifting directly past your windows. This is arguably one of the best vantage points in Rio Rancho for the Fiesta.Fireworks: Watch the Albuquerque 4th of July and Balloon Fiesta Fireworks shows from the comfort of your own backyard. Sunrises & Sunsets: The Sandia Mountains glow pink during sunset, while the morning sun paints the sky over the Rio Grande Valley. Sandia Mountains: The mountains feel close enough to touch, providing a dramatic backdrop to every season.The Community-Small Gated Community of 19 homes: Fewer neighbors means more peace and privacy.Low Maintenance Living: Enjoy the views without the hassle of a large lot.Step inside to find a thoughtfully designed floor plan. This custom 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home maximizes the views from nearly every room. The open living area features large windows that frame the Sandia Mountains like a living painting.Master Suite: Wake up to the mountains.Kitchen: Perfect for entertaining while guests enjoy the patio views.Outdoor Living:Expansive patio space designed for sunrise coffee and sunset cocktails.Location Highlights: Minutes from I-25 & NM-528 (Easy commute to Albuquerque & Santa Fe) Close to Cottonwood Mall, restaurants, and miles of popular walking trails just outside the gated entrance.

1050 Joshua Drive SE, Rio Rancho

$459,000
3 Beds 3 Baths
A balcony made for Balloon Fiesta mornings, a courtyard that glows at dusk, and a soaring great room centered around a kiva-style fireplace. 1449 Wilkes Way is anything but ordinary. This distinctive semi-custom Tiffany home in Trinity Estates offers 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, flexible living spaces, and inviting indoor-outdoor areas designed to be enjoyed throughout the year.Step through the courtyard entry into a light-filled interior where the two-story great room immediately draws your eye upward. The fireplace brings warmth and unmistakable Southwestern character, while large windows and an open connection to the kitchen and dining areas create an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. The generous kitchen features gas cooking, a breakfast bar, abundant cabinetry, a three-door Frigidaire refrigerator, and a pantry enhanced with built-in wood shelving.A front flex room with a closet provides options for a home office, formal dining area, hobby room, guest space, or another use that fits your lifestyle. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite opens directly to the covered balcony, a peaceful place for morning coffee, sunset views, mountain scenery, and the color of Balloon Fiesta season. The primary bathroom offers dual sinks, a soaking tub, separate shower, and ample storage. Additional rooms provide space for guests, work, or everyday needs without forcing the home into a single layout.The outdoor spaces are among the property's most memorable features. The covered upper balcony includes a lattice cover and built-in food and drink ledges, creating a natural extension of the living space. Below, the covered patio is finished with bamboo blinds for added shade and privacy. The two-tier backyard offers mature landscaping, a fountain, multiple places to gather, and room to relax, garden, dine outdoors, or entertain. A finished two-car garage and expanded double driveway add practical convenience.The home has also benefited from a number of thoughtful improvements, including synthetic stucco installed in 2017, a kitchen disposal in 2018, a gas water heater in 2020, and a three-door refrigerator, gas dryer, furnace motor, and lower living-room blind replaced in 2023. The refrigerated-air motor and front double driveway were replaced in 2025. Ring doorbell and ADT security equipment are present; buyer to verify equipment, transferability, and any subscription requirements.With its architectural character, flexible spaces, elevated views, and multiple outdoor living areas, this home offers a refreshing alternative to the typical resale. Seller reports an existing 3.25% VA loan may be assumable by a qualified buyer, subject to lender, servicer and VA approval. Schedule a private showing and experience the details that photos alone cannot capture.

1449 Wilkes Way SE, Rio Rancho

$450,000
3 Beds 3 Baths
Owned solar, mountain views, seller-crafted wood accents, and private outdoor living combine to make this bright, welcoming home truly stand out and a $3,000 flooring allowance gives the new owner the opportunity to personalize the home from day one.Soaring cathedral ceilings and abundant natural light create an inviting atmosphere, while two spacious living areas offer flexibility for everyday living, entertaining, or working from home. Throughout the home, seller-crafted wood accents - including custom cabinetry, display shelving, and a built-in wine rack - add warmth, character, and one-of-a-kind craftsmanship. The kitchen also features newer stainless-steel appliances, and top-down/bottom-up blinds throughout most of the home provide the perfect balance of natural light and privacy. Upstairs, the primary suite is a peaceful retreat with its own private balcony, a spacious closet with custom organization system, a large shower with built-in seating, and a relaxing garden tub. A second upstairs bedroom also opens to its own private balcony showcasing mountain views, while the third bedroom with French doors offers flexibility as a home office, guest room, or hobby space. Outside, the walled backyard is designed for relaxation, and features raised garden beds, a greenhouse, and a storage shed. Central refrigerated air, forced-air natural gas heat, owned solar, and no HOA complete a home that offers comfort, efficiency, and distinctive character inside and out.

7220 Gallinas Avenue NE, Albuquerque

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